The term ‘introvert’ is a term that explains how some people
relate with the world. An introvert (or an extrovert) are simply descriptive
terms of a personality trait.
relate with the world. An introvert (or an extrovert) are simply descriptive
terms of a personality trait.
We were all created in God’s image and as such, everyone of
us—introverted or extroverted—have unique abilities for the edification of the
church.
us—introverted or extroverted—have unique abilities for the edification of the
church.
An introvert is a person who tends to focus more on his
inner thoughts and life, seeking solitude in deep conversations with few people
rather than a large crowd. This trait as a Christian is amazing because it
allows you to be still and not immersed in the things of the world.(Psalms
37:7a)
inner thoughts and life, seeking solitude in deep conversations with few people
rather than a large crowd. This trait as a Christian is amazing because it
allows you to be still and not immersed in the things of the world.(Psalms
37:7a)
An introvert is also more inclined to study and spend time
alone with the Father.
alone with the Father.
Still, an introvert can be shy to the extent that he/she may
not be able to follow the commandments of the Lord (preaching the gospel to
every creature—Matthew 28:19-20)
not be able to follow the commandments of the Lord (preaching the gospel to
every creature—Matthew 28:19-20)
Hence, it is not wrong for a Christian to be an introvert,
neither is it perfectly right.
neither is it perfectly right.
All personality traits have their individual strengths and
weaknesses.
weaknesses.
Yet, no matter the weakness, if we willing submit to him,
and lean in his perfect love to transform us.
and lean in his perfect love to transform us.